Fireworks (R) MX: The Complete Reference - Paperback

by Doug Sahlin (Author)

This is a guide to learning the ins and outs of Fireworks. it covers all aspects of Fireworks and includes tips and hints to help the reader streamline workflow. Fireworks integrates seamlessly with Dreamweaver.

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The Most Comprehensive Fireworks Resource Available

Create and optimize interactive graphics for Web designs with help from this essential resource. "Fireworks MX: The Complete Reference explains how to use the program's professional-quality bitmap- and vector-editing features, take advantage of the automated animation capabilities, and create your own frame-by-frame animation. Find out how to develop complex Web navigation, export images, and integrate Fireworks MX with other applications, including Macromedia Dreamweaver. This is a must-have volume on the latest release of this revolutionary graphics toolset.Navigate the user interface--dock and undock panels, display the grid, and create guides Customize the workspace and keyboard shortcuts to suit your preferences Create a document for use in a Web site or as a standalone Web page Import vector graphics or create your own with the Fireworks drawing tools Add bitmap images and optimize them for the Web or an output device Create text objects using the Property inspector and Text Editor Create solid color fills, gradients, Web dither fills, and pattern fills Streamline your workflow by creating reusable artwork Add special effects and interactive elements to your designs Create animations frame-by-frame or by tweening symbol instances